Paraprofessionals - ESS

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Job Summary:

Under the direction of the certified classroom teacher and/or school administration, ESS paraprofessionals supplement student education, helping all students achieve the goals set forth by their school districts, as well as state and national standards. ESS paraprofessionals perform a variety of instructional and administrative duties, and often provide extra help to students with special needs and disabilities.

Responsibilities Include but are not Limited to:

Provide support to students attending inclusive regular education classes, assisting with modifications as directed by the teachers

Assist students in activities of daily living and personal care skills, as needed including physically positioning students as or assisting with the mobility of students with physical challenges

Follow the behavior support plans as provided by the teacher or behavior support staff

Escort students to lunch in cafeteria, gymnasium, music classroom, and auditorium for scheduled events

Promote a safe and orderly classroom environment; take all reasonable precautions to protect students, facilities, and materials

Oversee students while embarking and disembarking from school bus, as needed

Document information regarding the students, including needs, strengths, gains, and problems

Demonstrate cooperation and flexibility in performing other related duties as assigned by school administration and ESS

Participate in the implementation of each student's educational program as outlined in their IEPs and according to the schedule and routine of the classroom program

Act as a liaison in communicating with teachers and other intermediate unit or district staff about the ongoing needs of individual students

Provide advice and possible solutions to teacher and other support staff concerning classroom-related issues

Participate in meetings to develop and update IEPs and Evaluation Reports, as requested

Attend training sessions, in-service workshops, and update skills as necessary

Assist with administrative duties as directed such as recording grades, setting up equipment, preparing materials for instruction, etc.

Understand and adhere to all ESS and intermediate unit policies and procedures

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED

Pennsylvania State Police Clearance

Child Abuse Clearance

Must Be CPR, CPI, and First Aid Certified

FBI Fingerprinting

School Health Form: Physical and Tuberculosis Test

Pennsylvania Department of Education Form 6004: Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification